Breaking new ground in Canadian politics, O’Toole slips a bogus conspiracy theory into the nationally televised leaders’ debate
Canada doesn’t need its national leaders contributing to untrue conspiracy theories at a time when disinformation and unhinged paranoia on social media have splintered the information universe.
OTTAWA—Late in the English-language leaders’ debate, the Conservatives’ Erin O’Toole decided to inject a bogus conspiracy theory into the chaotic proceedings.
“Mr. Trudeau, Canadians are worried you’re going to be taxing their primary home sales,” O’Toole said to the Liberal leader....
SPONSORED CONTENT
Get Weekend Point of View Newsletter
A round up of the past week’s opinion writers and columnists on Saturdays and Sundays.
By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy
